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On the Visit of the U.S. Aircraft Carrier Carl Vinson to South Korea: Could This Lead to Escalation?
On March 2, 2025, the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Carl Vinson, accompanied by support vessels, arrived at South Korea’s main naval base in Busan to participate in the joint military exercises “Freedom Shield” with the United States, Japan, and South Korea.
Tensions on the Korean Peninsula remain high
Following North Korea’s January launch of a hypersonic missile, tensions on the peninsula have remained at the same level, fueled by the security dilemma.
China-North Korea Relations: Is Beijing Truly Dissatisfied with Moscow-Pyongyang Rapprochement?
In our previous analysis, we examined the relationship between China and North Korea in a positive light. However, it is essential to address the widespread claims in the West that Beijing is highly displeased with the strengthening ties between Pyongyang and Moscow. Let us consider the arguments supporting this perspective and assess how the situation appears in reality.